Samsung Next-Generation Products Launch

New Folding Phones

Design Improvements:
- Smarter, cleaner look
- Matte finish
- Camera rings match body color
- Less protruding hinge
- Less noticeable display crease
- More impact-resistant screen and new anti-scratch, anti-fingerprint coating
Internal Upgrades:
- Snapdragon HM3 chip
- Vapor chamber for heat dissipation
- Improved speakers
- 12 GB RAM (up from 8 GB)
- Larger 4,000 mAh battery (up from 3,700 mAh)
- Inner screen brightness increased to 2,600 nits (from 1,750)
Camera Upgrades:
- Upgraded ultra-wide camera with bigger sensor
- Main camera: 50 MP (up from 12 MP), supports 10x zoom
Features:
- Camcorder mode with controls optimized for thumb use (questionable utility)
- Auto-zoom feature in front camera (slow performance)
Cosmetic Features:
- Interactive and ambient photos wallpapers
- Flip Suit 2.0 cases with embedded LEDs for notifications
AI Features:
- Smart suggested replies on the cover screen (works by analyzing past 7 messages)
- Portrait studio photo editing
- Improved live translation with better language packs and noise suppression
- Interpreter mode for in-room translation using both screens

Design Improvements:
- Lighter (239g)
- Titanium frame, thinner when open (5.6mm)
- Shorter and wider for better reach and screen ratio
- Compact hinge
- Squared edges, slimmer, even borders
- Natural curve following the border
Internal Upgrades:
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip
- Larger vapor chamber
- Bright screens (2,600 nits for both inside and outside)
- Slight ultra-wide camera upgrade
AI Features:
- Smart Select for easier screenshots
- Improved Circle to Search (works with QR codes and equations)
- Sketch to image – converts scribbles into artistic images
Challenges:
- Display crease still noticeable
- Inner camera quality (VGA)
- No built-in S-Pen storage

Minor Updates:
- New chip (W100)
- More responsive, longer battery life
- Slimmer screen bezels
- Sleep apnea detection feature

Major Updates:
- Water resistant up to 100m, made of grade 4 titanium
- Bright screen (3,000 nits)
- Red night mode watch face
- Sport tracking features (e.g., racing against past versions of self)
- Dual GPS, large battery (48 hours exercise tracking)
- Quick launch button for favorite apps/workouts
- Neat strap mechanism
Design Challenges:
- Square body with circular screen, mimicking Apple Watch Ultra
- Laggy performance (pre-production issue)
Price: £599 (vs. Apple Watch Ultra at £799)

Design: Transparent lid cases, blade-like protrusions
Functionality Issues: Fiddly pinch and slide controls
- Handleability challenges
- Abrasive volume control mechanisms
Performance:
- Good sound quality (bright highs, punchy lows)
- High quality Bluetooth for lossless music
- Improved microphones and battery life (up to 30 hours with case)
- Noise cancellation OK, better in Pros but not best in class

Design:
- Colors: Black, silver, gold
- IP68 water resistant, durable (100m depth immersion)
- No screen, up to 7 days battery
- Concave exterior and a ridge for sensor alignment
Functionality:
- Activity and heart rate tracking, sleep monitoring
- Vitality score for health status
- Limited features compared to a smartwatch
Use Cases: For those who dislike smartwatches, want passive features, or use it alongside a Galaxy Watch for enhanced tracking accuracy

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